Christian women have a responsibility to care for their bodies as much as possible. You can get into the habit of doing exercises even while you're sitting at your desk.
For instance, do you need to strengthen those weak stomach muscles? To work on your abs, suck in your stomach tight and hold for a count of 10 repeat 10 times. Do this several times a day to tighten abdominal muscles, it provides the same type of contraction as crunches.
A stronger stomach area means supporting the back too. That will help with back aches and pains. After doing this for a while, you will get used to the feeling of holding your stomach tight and it will become easier for you.
Monday, July 30, 2007
Exercise Motivation for Your Health
You've probably started an exercise program, gotten all excited about it, but then gave up on it a week or two later. While you start out super motivated, that excitement fades quickly. They key to sticking to an exercise program is finding a way to keep that original motivation.
Here are a few tips for getting for getting and staying motivated.
Find a role model.
Many women get motivated to diet and work out by taping up pictures of models or actresses. This is actually a great way to remind yourself what your goals are and keep a visual of them fresh in your mind. Just be sure to pick an appropriate role model and not someone with unhealthy eating and exercise habits or an unachievable image.
Set small goals.
If you start out setting tough goals, you probably won’t achieve them and will then become discouraged. The key is to set smaller, easy to achieve goals and work your way up. Start with “I will work out three days this week”. Once you get yourself into a routine, get yourself to work out harder and do more during each session.
Reward yourself.
Setting goals is good way to get yourself into a workout program. If you have trouble keeping yourself going, try rewarding yourself when you reach a goal. Don’t go with big rewards, just small rewards for reaching small goals. For example, I can go to that movie if I work out three times this week. If you’re working out to lose weight, don’t reward yourself with food.
Get a buddy.
Having someone to workout with can help keep your mind off the work and keep you entertained. That means you’re more likely to want to go work out. Having a buddy also makes it harder for you to skip your workout because you’ll be letting someone else down and they’ll be there to talk you into going even if you don’t feel like it. If you can’t find a buddy to go with you, you can always hire a personal trainer to keep you going.
Make it fun.
Exercise doesn’t have to be boring a repetitive. If you don’t like your exercise routine, change it. Keep looking until you find something you enjoy doing. This way, you’ll end up looking forward to exercise instead of dreading it.
Mix it up.
Even the most exciting workout can get boring if you do it over and over every day. Find several exercises you like to do and alternate. Try swimming Mondays, dance class Wednesdays, and a Pilates tape on Saturday. Any time you find yourself getting bored with a workout, replace it in your rotation for a while and start it again in a few months.
Don’t take it too seriously.
If you start acting like exercise is hard work, it will become hard work. Make your exercise a light, fun, activity rather than a chore you have to do. This will keep you from getting a bad attitude and make you less likely to give up.
Here are a few tips for getting for getting and staying motivated.
Find a role model.
Many women get motivated to diet and work out by taping up pictures of models or actresses. This is actually a great way to remind yourself what your goals are and keep a visual of them fresh in your mind. Just be sure to pick an appropriate role model and not someone with unhealthy eating and exercise habits or an unachievable image.
Set small goals.
If you start out setting tough goals, you probably won’t achieve them and will then become discouraged. The key is to set smaller, easy to achieve goals and work your way up. Start with “I will work out three days this week”. Once you get yourself into a routine, get yourself to work out harder and do more during each session.
Reward yourself.
Setting goals is good way to get yourself into a workout program. If you have trouble keeping yourself going, try rewarding yourself when you reach a goal. Don’t go with big rewards, just small rewards for reaching small goals. For example, I can go to that movie if I work out three times this week. If you’re working out to lose weight, don’t reward yourself with food.
Get a buddy.
Having someone to workout with can help keep your mind off the work and keep you entertained. That means you’re more likely to want to go work out. Having a buddy also makes it harder for you to skip your workout because you’ll be letting someone else down and they’ll be there to talk you into going even if you don’t feel like it. If you can’t find a buddy to go with you, you can always hire a personal trainer to keep you going.
Make it fun.
Exercise doesn’t have to be boring a repetitive. If you don’t like your exercise routine, change it. Keep looking until you find something you enjoy doing. This way, you’ll end up looking forward to exercise instead of dreading it.
Mix it up.
Even the most exciting workout can get boring if you do it over and over every day. Find several exercises you like to do and alternate. Try swimming Mondays, dance class Wednesdays, and a Pilates tape on Saturday. Any time you find yourself getting bored with a workout, replace it in your rotation for a while and start it again in a few months.
Don’t take it too seriously.
If you start acting like exercise is hard work, it will become hard work. Make your exercise a light, fun, activity rather than a chore you have to do. This will keep you from getting a bad attitude and make you less likely to give up.
Be Beautiful, Drink Water
You know water is good for you, but with soda, juice, coffee, tea, energy drinks, and other drinks so readily available, it’s hard to make the decision to choose water. Here are 7 great reasons to convince you to drink more water.
* Keeps skin looking great.
If your skin looks tired and unhealthy, so do you. Staying properly hydrated removes toxins that build up in your skin, and helps prevent it from drying out. If you have the opposite problem; puffy bloated skin, lack of water is likely your problem too. When skin doesn’t get water, it retains what it already had, leaving your skin cells full, puffy, and not too attractive. If you want to look beautiful, you should keep yourself hydrated
* It’s cheaper.
Sure, if you buy bottled water, it’s about as expensive as soda, juice, and coffee. However, studies have shown that tap water is usually as clean and safe as bottled water, and costs a whole lot less. If you have a problem with the taste of your tap water, buy a filter pitcher or one that attaches to the faucet. It still costs a lot less.
* A healthy heart.
When you’re properly hydrated, your blood is thinner and easier to pump. This means your heart has to do less work and ultimately lasts longer. Studies have shown that people who drink plenty of water have fewer heart problems.
* Toxic build-up.
Sure, it sound’s like something from a bathroom cleaner commercial, but you have toxins in your cells too. Some come from the environment and others you produce yourself. Either way, they’re in your body and you need to get rid of them. Just like you use water to flush your toilet; your body uses water to flush out toxins. Getting rid of this waste helps you function more effectively and feel better.
* No sugar added.
While fruit juices may contain many nutrients, they also contain a whole lot of sugar. This is especially true for many bottled juices from the grocery store. This sudden burst of sugar triggers your insulin response and makes you tired and sluggish. It also helps to convert that sugar to fats faster. Sugary sodas will produce the same reaction and they usually contain no nutrients at all
* Caffeine is a diuretic.
So why water? Why not drink diet soda or coffee all day? These drinks contain caffeine, which actually causes you to lose water throughout the day. You retain some of the water content of the beverages, but not as much as when you drink pure water. You can try decaffeinated beverages, but the best way to use the water you drink is to get it pure and clean, with no chemicals added.
* Energy Boost.
Think you can’t get through the day without your morning caffeine boost? Well water can give you energy as well. Your body is made up mostly of water. It loses it throughout the day, so you have to replace it for your body to work efficiently; particularly the heart and digestive tract. As mentioned earlier, water helps your body work better by getting rid of excess waste. The more efficiently your whole body is works, the better you’ll feel and the more energy you’ll have. Maybe enough energy to skip that cup of coffee.
So go ahead, skip the vending machine, go to the faucet, and get yourself a nice, refreshing glass of water.
* Keeps skin looking great.
If your skin looks tired and unhealthy, so do you. Staying properly hydrated removes toxins that build up in your skin, and helps prevent it from drying out. If you have the opposite problem; puffy bloated skin, lack of water is likely your problem too. When skin doesn’t get water, it retains what it already had, leaving your skin cells full, puffy, and not too attractive. If you want to look beautiful, you should keep yourself hydrated
* It’s cheaper.
Sure, if you buy bottled water, it’s about as expensive as soda, juice, and coffee. However, studies have shown that tap water is usually as clean and safe as bottled water, and costs a whole lot less. If you have a problem with the taste of your tap water, buy a filter pitcher or one that attaches to the faucet. It still costs a lot less.
* A healthy heart.
When you’re properly hydrated, your blood is thinner and easier to pump. This means your heart has to do less work and ultimately lasts longer. Studies have shown that people who drink plenty of water have fewer heart problems.
* Toxic build-up.
Sure, it sound’s like something from a bathroom cleaner commercial, but you have toxins in your cells too. Some come from the environment and others you produce yourself. Either way, they’re in your body and you need to get rid of them. Just like you use water to flush your toilet; your body uses water to flush out toxins. Getting rid of this waste helps you function more effectively and feel better.
* No sugar added.
While fruit juices may contain many nutrients, they also contain a whole lot of sugar. This is especially true for many bottled juices from the grocery store. This sudden burst of sugar triggers your insulin response and makes you tired and sluggish. It also helps to convert that sugar to fats faster. Sugary sodas will produce the same reaction and they usually contain no nutrients at all
* Caffeine is a diuretic.
So why water? Why not drink diet soda or coffee all day? These drinks contain caffeine, which actually causes you to lose water throughout the day. You retain some of the water content of the beverages, but not as much as when you drink pure water. You can try decaffeinated beverages, but the best way to use the water you drink is to get it pure and clean, with no chemicals added.
* Energy Boost.
Think you can’t get through the day without your morning caffeine boost? Well water can give you energy as well. Your body is made up mostly of water. It loses it throughout the day, so you have to replace it for your body to work efficiently; particularly the heart and digestive tract. As mentioned earlier, water helps your body work better by getting rid of excess waste. The more efficiently your whole body is works, the better you’ll feel and the more energy you’ll have. Maybe enough energy to skip that cup of coffee.
So go ahead, skip the vending machine, go to the faucet, and get yourself a nice, refreshing glass of water.
Get Through the Tough Times to Succeed
Being in business has its moment's of fun and also those of frustration. You also have to learn about getting inspiration to form business ideas.
Inspiration can strike at odd times – when you are driving the kids to school, standing in line at the grocery store, or even while you are taking your morning shower. All of a sudden,an idea comes to you and you know you better write it down
because you don’t want to forget it.
What about when you're feeling frustrated, like you just don't know what to do next. That's when you can feel a sense of desperation. Desperation, however, usually creeps up on you after you have been sitting in front of the computer, racking your
brain for hours, trying to come up with at least one, little measly idea.
However, there are techniques you can use to find your inspiration and avoid desperation.
To increase your chances of finding inspiration, figure out what works for you. You may have heard the old expression “put on your thinking cap.” What is your thinking cap?
**Does the noise of people and chatter help to stimulate your creativity or do you need to be alone to think?
**Do you do your best work in the morning when you feel refreshed and recharged or do your creative thoughts start running after midnight?
**Do you like sitting near a window where you can see what’s going on outside or do you find that distracting?
If you have been trying to find inspiration and are at a loss,try stepping away from your project and focusing your attention on something else. When you go back to your
work, you will be looking at it with fresh eyes and may think of something you wouldn’t have thought of before.
You can also avoid desperation by asking for support. The first support you can find is through prayer. Ask God to send the best ideas possible and to take away the stress of feeling desperate.
Find a supportive friend, mentor, or your spouse to offer any suggestions on your project. Once you start talking to someone else about your project, more ideas will start to flow.
Working with a different medium or in a different environment may also help trigger some ideas. For instance, if you happen to be stuck on a writing project and you
normally use a computer, break out the pen and paper and start writing that way.
Change your work location or simply look at your work printed out on paper to get some different ideas.
If you are still stuck on a project and have tried everything and it just doesn’t seem to be coming together, it may be wise to set it aside and move on to something else. It is better to take on a fresh, new project that you can be successful with than keep working on a project you find frustrating.
Inspiration can strike at odd times – when you are driving the kids to school, standing in line at the grocery store, or even while you are taking your morning shower. All of a sudden,an idea comes to you and you know you better write it down
because you don’t want to forget it.
What about when you're feeling frustrated, like you just don't know what to do next. That's when you can feel a sense of desperation. Desperation, however, usually creeps up on you after you have been sitting in front of the computer, racking your
brain for hours, trying to come up with at least one, little measly idea.
However, there are techniques you can use to find your inspiration and avoid desperation.
To increase your chances of finding inspiration, figure out what works for you. You may have heard the old expression “put on your thinking cap.” What is your thinking cap?
**Does the noise of people and chatter help to stimulate your creativity or do you need to be alone to think?
**Do you do your best work in the morning when you feel refreshed and recharged or do your creative thoughts start running after midnight?
**Do you like sitting near a window where you can see what’s going on outside or do you find that distracting?
If you have been trying to find inspiration and are at a loss,try stepping away from your project and focusing your attention on something else. When you go back to your
work, you will be looking at it with fresh eyes and may think of something you wouldn’t have thought of before.
You can also avoid desperation by asking for support. The first support you can find is through prayer. Ask God to send the best ideas possible and to take away the stress of feeling desperate.
Find a supportive friend, mentor, or your spouse to offer any suggestions on your project. Once you start talking to someone else about your project, more ideas will start to flow.
Working with a different medium or in a different environment may also help trigger some ideas. For instance, if you happen to be stuck on a writing project and you
normally use a computer, break out the pen and paper and start writing that way.
Change your work location or simply look at your work printed out on paper to get some different ideas.
If you are still stuck on a project and have tried everything and it just doesn’t seem to be coming together, it may be wise to set it aside and move on to something else. It is better to take on a fresh, new project that you can be successful with than keep working on a project you find frustrating.
Priscilla, Building a Business Partnership
“There he met a Jew named Aquila, a native of Pontus, who had recently come from Italy with his wife Priscilla, because Claudius had ordered all the Jews to leave Rome. Paul went to see them, and because he was a tentmaker as they were,
he stayed and worked with them” (Acts 18:1-3. NIV).
Pricilla was a working woman in partnership with her husband, Aquilla, in the tent making business. Additionally, the husband and wife team were evangelist together, preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Women have been working from home for centuries. Today, women in home businesses are one of the fastest growth industries in the world. One model of home based business includes being in partnership with your spouse or other family members.
Read the story of Priscilla in the Bible book of Acts for inspiration.
he stayed and worked with them” (Acts 18:1-3. NIV).
Pricilla was a working woman in partnership with her husband, Aquilla, in the tent making business. Additionally, the husband and wife team were evangelist together, preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Women have been working from home for centuries. Today, women in home businesses are one of the fastest growth industries in the world. One model of home based business includes being in partnership with your spouse or other family members.
Read the story of Priscilla in the Bible book of Acts for inspiration.
Why You Should Start Your Business
Working from home is a big dream. Perhaps you've been thinking
of this for a long time. Knowing what to do and how to do it
is important for success. Here are a few reasons why starting a
home business is a great idea.
1. Bring Your Great Idea to Life.
Having a great business idea is the number one reason that most women start their business from home. The kind of ideas that are good for a home business are ones
that can be started quickly, and start bringing in an income almost immediately
2. Do What You Love.
Getting paid to do what you love is a dream come true. A home based business doesn’t have to interfere with another source of employment. But it can let you do what you love on the side or develop into your full-time income.
3. Be Your Own Boss.
No more working your fingers to the bone for someone else. You will be the boss and you will reap the rewards.
4. Have More Time with your Family.
No more missing out on weekends, family occasions, or holidays. You will be home for every special moment or able to leave on that trip when you want.
5. Save Time and Money Commuting.
With the high price of gas and the average commute to work being thirty miles one way just think of the time and money you will save when you work from home!
These five reasons alone are good enough to say “I am ready to start my own home business.” In up coming issues you will get plenty of ideas and information on how to make that happen.
of this for a long time. Knowing what to do and how to do it
is important for success. Here are a few reasons why starting a
home business is a great idea.
1. Bring Your Great Idea to Life.
Having a great business idea is the number one reason that most women start their business from home. The kind of ideas that are good for a home business are ones
that can be started quickly, and start bringing in an income almost immediately
2. Do What You Love.
Getting paid to do what you love is a dream come true. A home based business doesn’t have to interfere with another source of employment. But it can let you do what you love on the side or develop into your full-time income.
3. Be Your Own Boss.
No more working your fingers to the bone for someone else. You will be the boss and you will reap the rewards.
4. Have More Time with your Family.
No more missing out on weekends, family occasions, or holidays. You will be home for every special moment or able to leave on that trip when you want.
5. Save Time and Money Commuting.
With the high price of gas and the average commute to work being thirty miles one way just think of the time and money you will save when you work from home!
These five reasons alone are good enough to say “I am ready to start my own home business.” In up coming issues you will get plenty of ideas and information on how to make that happen.
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